2012 SUMMER GETAWAY
Art New England’s
Unique Arts Events and Destinations Throughout the Region Spring Gallery & Sculpture Garden Rt. 27 Belgrade Lakes, ME 04917 Memorial Day–Labor Day, Th–Su, 11–5 or by appointment. 207-495-3113 springgallerymaine.com info@modernartfoundry.com Group show primarily featuring bronze sculpture cast by artists working with Modern Art Foundry. Also exhibiting Maine artists. Larger then life size work on display in the garden, picnic area, small cast items in gallery, and video demonstrations.
Vermont Institute of Contemporary Art Chester, VT 05143 vtica.com Come to Southern Vermont and experience this fabulous institute gallery, and community cultural jewel. This summer's exhibit is a must see; Jack Dowd's 27—When The Music Died. VTica is a Gallery-Museum-School dedicated to supporting the innovative contemporary artist. Inn Victoria, a romantic Vermont Bed and Breakfast, is a supporting partner of VTica and community works. Come and experience the village of Chester. From Inn Victoria (Innvictoria.com), walk to fabulous restaurants, shops, and VTica.
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Bastille Day Boston Marlborough Street (between Berkeley & Clarendon) Boston, MA 612-912-0400 frenchculturalcenter.org Friday July 13, 6â&#x20AC;&#x201C;11 p.m. The French Cultural Center's Thirty-Seventh Bastille Day Party returns to Marlborough Street for what promises to be the celebration of the summer. A national French holiday commemorating the storming of the Bastille during the French Revolution, Bastille Day is an important cultural experience for any Francophile visiting New England. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s line-up, programmed by World Music/ CRASHarts, Inc., will feature two incredible francophone acts: Diblo Dibala and Sarazino. Delicious French food and drinks, including beer & wine, will be available for sale. Advance tickets: $28. Day of: $35 (subject to availability).
Vermont Festival of the Arts 5031 Main St. • #2 Village Square PO Box 238, Waitsfield, VT 05673 802-496-6682 vermontartfest.com August 1–September 3 With more than 100 events, Vermont Festival of the Arts has activities that feed your creative soul. From exhibits and workshops to concerts and tasty treats, most events are free. Great for kids and families, all events celebrate the creative spirit. One of “Vermont’s Top 10 Summer Events.”
Maine International Film Festival Waterville, ME 978-861-8138 miff.org July 13–22 The Maine International Film Festival shows almost 100 movies by fifty directors, and showcases International and American independent cinema. The MIFF offers those who are eager the opportunity to learn more about cinema, and the featured movies, along with the exceptional chance to meet those involved behind the camera.
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Gloucester Waterfront Festival Stage Fort Park Gloucester, MA capeannvacations.com August 18 & 19, 9–6 A collection of over 175 Juried Artists and Craftsmen from throughout the U.S. will display their unique creations, live music, plus delicious ethnic foods. A pancake breakfast and traditional New England Lobster Bake complement this picture perfect seaport event. Free admission (rain or shine).
Exposed: Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition 5 School St. Stowe, VT 802-253-8358 helenday.com July 13–October 13 Exposed is the Twety-First Annual Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition of Helen Day Art Center. The exhibition hosts sculptures, site-specific installations, and participatory work from twenty-three national and international artists. A unique outdoor sculpture gallery exhibits art all over Stowe. All summer long, throughout Stowe, you'll discover unique expressions of art, from Main Street to the Rec Path. This exhibition is accompanied by cell phone audio tours, QR codes, nameplates describing the art and artist, walking tour maps, walkabouts, and a catalogue of the exhibit.
Overlooking The Harbor In Woods Hole Village Closest stay to Martha s Vineyard reathtaking views of Martha's Vineyard Sound, and award winning gardens. A short walk to Vineyard Boats (with FREE DAY PARKING for our guests), waterview restaurants, sandy beaches, picturesque Nobska Lighthouse and the world renowned marine science center and exhibits. Your choice of our contemporary motor inn with private balconies and patios or the gracious charm of our Harbor House with its many working fireplaces. Secluded outdoor heated pool. WIFI.
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2012 Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz Downtown Hartford Hartford, CT 860-727-0050 hartfordjazz.com July 20–22 The Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz's mission is to expose and educate its ever-growing audience by presenting more than twenty-five hours of music performed by internationally acclaimed artists. World-class musicians will grace the main stage of the Thomas Harris IV Pavilion in Bushnell Park during the 2012 Festival. Local and regional artists will dazzle with their talents on the Arch Stage.
League of New Hampshire Craftsmen Mount Sunapee Resort 1398 New Hampshire 103 Newbury, NH 603-224-3375 nhcrafts.org August 4-12 The Annual League of NH Craftsmen’s Fair is a nine-day event that showcases the work of more than 350 craftspeople. On view (and on sale) are an incredible variety of beautiful, one-of-a-kind craft items that are functional, decorative, and built to last. Enjoy shopping, demonstrations, workshops for adults and kids, exhibitions, tours, lectures, and musical performances. Tickets and info on website.
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Immerse yourself in the Earth as Art. DARTMOUTH & WESTPORT MA s LITTLE COMPTON & TIVERTON RI July/August 2012
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